Washington Nationals News & Updates
The Washington Nationals were 31-30, 3rd in the NL East. Yesterday, the Washington Nationals were outplayed by the Miami Marlins 3-7 at Nationals Park.
A mixed bag this week. Dropping one by 4 last night stings. Counterbalancing that, the +11 run differential backs up the record.
Nationals Game on June 02
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Nationals Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:45 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Miles Mikolas (1-4, 6.08 ERA) vs Lake Bachar (0-0, 3.77 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Nationals.TV, Marlins.TV presented by Werner, Hoffman, Greig & Garcia |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 56°F, Wind 7 mph |
Nationals Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Washington Nationals were outplayed by the Miami Marlins 3-7 at Nationals Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 1 |
 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 |
Highlights
- Jacob Young went 1-4 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
Nationals Record & Standings
NL East
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Braves
|
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40 | 20 | .667 | L1 | |
|
Phillies
|
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30 | 29 | .508 | 9.5 | L1 |
|
Nationals
|
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31 | 30 | .508 | 9.5 | L1 |
|
Marlins
|
|
27 | 34 | .443 | 13.5 | W1 |
|
Mets
|
|
26 | 34 | .433 | 14.0 | L1 |
Washington Nationals are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +11 run differential.
Nationals Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | .294 | .926 | 47 | |
| 16 | .272 | .952 | 39 | |
| 8 | .250 | .856 | 26 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-0 | 2.68 | 1.00 | 37.0 | |
| 3-3 | 3.62 | 1.42 | 64.2 | |
| 6-2 | 3.76 | 1.15 | 67.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 7 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 2 SV, 3.1 IP, 0 ER in 3 recent games |
Nationals News
The Washington Nationals are riding a wave of momentum into June with a solid 31-29 record, showcasing their potential as they prepare to face the Miami Marlins. After an impressive 5-2 week that featured a remarkable +16 run differential, the Nats are gunning for their fourth consecutive series win, signaling a stronger foundation compared to last year's June slump. Cade Cavalli's recent performance, where he struck out six batters in over five innings despite a rough start, highlights the growing talent on this roster. With players like James Wood gaining attention for potential home runs, the Nats are not just in contention, they are lurking as a threat that could push the front office to make bold moves. The stakes are high, and this month will be crucial for determining their trajectory.
Nationals Upcoming Schedule
The Washington Nationals visit the Arizona Diamondbacks for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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